Local obituaries for Jackson & Madison County, TN
Andrea Patrick McCadams
Jan 17, 2025
Andrea McCadams, 74, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away January 17, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born January 14, 1951, she was the beloved daughter of John and Louise Patrick and sister to Robert Patrick and Janice Clifford, all of whom preceded her in death.
Andrea married the love of her life, John, in 1972, and they shared 52 wonderful years together.
She...
Wilbur Davis Bailey
Jan 14, 2025
Wilbur Davis Bailey, age 89, of Malesus, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, with his family at his side.
Wilbur was born on August 18, 1935, in Jackson TN to the late Wilbur Herbert Bailey and Hattie Pearl Herron Bailey. During his childhood years, he lived in Mercer, TN. He graduated from Mercer High School in 1953. He...
Paul Henry Biscontine
Jan 12, 2025
Paul Henry Biscontine, age 91, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at the Christian Care Center of Medina, with his beloved daughter and friends by his side. He was born during the Great Depression on July 15, 1933, in Rock Island, Illinois, to Henry and Anne Peters Biscontine. He lived a life rich in hard...
Melba Joy Morisch
Jan 10, 2025
Melba Joy Morisch, a beloved mother and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025, in Jackson, Tennessee, at the age of 84. Born on August 3, 1940, in Brownsville, Tennessee, Joy radiated warmth and kindness throughout her life, touching the hearts of all who knew her.
Joy dedicated her life to her family as a devoted...
Emily Mitchell Crabtree
Jan 9, 2025
Emily Mitchell Crabtree passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Emily was born on Thursday, October 29, 1942, in Jackson, TN, the daughter of the late Clarence and Janey Mitchell.
Approximately forty years of her life were dedicated to the field of education at Malesus Elementary, South Side Jr and Sr High, Pope Elementary, and Jackson...
Robert Cayce Williams
Jan 8, 2025
Robert Cayce Williams, a cherished father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2025, in Jackson, TN. He left behind a legacy of love and dedication to his country and his family.
Robert served in the Army Reserves, a chapter of his life that he valued deeply and felt was a significant part of who he was. His military service...
Bobbye Jean Berryman Bradley
Jan 8, 2025
Ms. Bobbye Jean Berryman Bradley (89) of Jackson TN passed away on January 8, 2025 at AHC Northbrook in Jackson TN.
Bobbye was born and raised in Lawrence County Alabama. She lived the majority of her adult life in the Shoals area, but spent time in MI, OK, KY, SD, TX and her final years in Henderson, TN.
She graduated from Florence...
Holly Beth Newman Johnson
Jan 8, 2025
Holly Beth Newman Johnson, age 57, of Jackson, TN, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at her residence. Born on February 14, 1967, she lived a life filled with vibrancy and love, touching the hearts of many along the way.
Holly was dedicated to her career, serving as the Nursery Coordinator for Northside Church and as...
Ernestine Stegall Day
Jan 7, 2025
Ernestine Stegall Day, age 91, passed away January 7, 2025 at Baptist Reynolds Hospice House in Collierville, TN.
Ernestine was born in Jackson, TN, to the late Luther Herman and Katie Bell Stegall on July 24, 1933. She was a 1951 graduate of Northside High School and attended West TN Business College.
Ernestine married Dicky Day on August 10, 1952. She was...
Edna Juanita Dye Higgs
Jan 6, 2025
Edna Juanita Dye Higgs, 91, passed away on January 6, 2025, at Wellington Manor in Jackson, TN. Juanita was born on February 5, 1933, to the late Edgar Allen (E.A.) Dye and Lois House Dye.
She spent many years working as a nurse, serving people and her community diligently with care, skill, and kindness before her retirement. Juanita was a graduate...
Charles E. Nolen III
Jan 6, 2025
Charles E. Nolen III, age 87, of Jackson, TN, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, January 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 12, 1937, in Jackson, he lived a life rich in service, dedication, and love.
Charles had a distinguished career as an Engineer's Mate with the Tennessee Department of Transportation for forty-seven years, where...
Margaret Donelson Whalley Evans
Jan 2, 2025
***NOTICE IN SERVICE RESCHEDULE DATE: SERVICES HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 2025 AT 2:00 P.M.****
Margaret Donelson Whalley Evans passed away unexpectedly at her residence at Brookdale Jackson Oaks in Jackson, TN on Thursday, January 2. She was 82; a month shy of her 83rd birthday.
She was born February 1, 1942, in Jackson, TN. She was a homemaker, creative,...
Jackie Douglas Benard
Jan 1, 2025
Jackie Douglas Benard, age 76, passed away unexpectedly on January 1, 2025, in Tunica, MS. Born on November 12, 1948, in Humboldt, TN, Jackie was known not only for his dedication to service but also for his vibrant personality and love of life.
Jackie dedicated twenty-four years of his life serving in the United States Air Force, where he exemplified commitment...
Michelle Nicole Archie Russell
Dec 29, 2024
Michelle Nicole (Archie) Russell, 51, of Jackson, TN, left this vale of tears behind on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Select Specialty Hospital in Jackson, TN. She was born January 25, 1973, in Jackson, TN, the oldest of three children born to Richard Archie and Annette (Bledsoe) Archie.
Michelle and her family moved to Texas when she was eight years...
Donald Eugene Sparks
Dec 29, 2024
Colonel Donald Eugene Sparks, affectionately known as Colonel Don, was a paragon of dedication, honor, and vivacity—a man whose life journey began on June 10, 1933, in Ashland, Kentucky. His earthly sojourn came to a close on December 29, 2024, in the serene surroundings of Jackson, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by many.
A proud career man,...
Donald David Williams
Dec 29, 2024
The game of life on this earth came to an end for Donald “Don” Williams on December 29, 2024. He played as hard as he could throughout the game. The last quarter was especially challenging as he came up against his opponent, Alzheimer. Along with being diabetic, it made winning this earthly game hard to achieve. “Coach,” as he was...
Mickie Johnson
Dec 28, 2024
Johanna Louise “Mickie” Johnson passed away unexpectedly at the age of seventy-eight on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Known as “Mimi” to her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and most everyone she met, no words could better capture her character than those she used to describe her own mother: “I could tell story after story… However, I always come...
Charles Wayne Green
Dec 24, 2024
Charles Wayne Green, age 77, of Jackson, TN, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at his Jackson residence.
Born in Tishomingo County, MS, on August 10, 1947, Wayne made lasting impressions on everyone he met throughout his life.
Wayne had a long and fulfilling career spanning over forty years as a Station Agent, beginning with Southern Airways...
Margaret Mary Lawson
Dec 23, 2024
Margaret Mary Lawson, born on June 15, 1938 departed this life peacefully in Jackson, Tennessee, on December 23, 2024. She lived a life filled with purpose and commitment, exemplified by her service in the United States Air Force where she dedicated herself to her country with honor and integrity. It was through this military service that she found herself in...
Jerry Newman
Dec 23, 2024
Jerry Newman, a beloved member of the Jackson community, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at the age of 84.
He was one of two children to the late Fred and Della Newman. Born on February 26, 1940, in Jackson, TN, he spent his entire life in this vibrant city, leaving behind a legacy filled with laughter, kindness, and a...
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